Stewarding & Hygiene Manager

Minor International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Stewarding Manager to oversee cleaning operations and ensure hygiene compliance across kitchens. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years in a managerial role and a strong background in HACCP and food safety protocols. This full-time role does not offer remote work and demands strong leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 35 years of relevant experience in stewarding and hygiene with at least 12 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles kitchen sanitation and food safety standards.
• Experience in conducting hygiene audits and training team members on food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stewarding areas including dishwashing and kitchen cleaning schedules.
• Implement and monitor HACCP guidelines ensuring compliance with local health regulations.
• Manage the stewarding team's daily duties, rosters, and training needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented mindset

Education

Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management

Environmental Health

Food Science

Tools

HACCP Certification

ISO 22000

NEBOSH or OSHA

Job description

Stewarding Operations

• Oversee all stewarding areas including dishwashing pot washing and kitchen cleaning schedules
• Ensure cleaning routines and sanitation standards are consistently maintained across all kitchens
• Monitor the maintenance and performance of stewarding equipment working closely with Engineering for preventive upkeep
• Manage the stewarding teams daily duties rosters and training needs
• Monitor and control breakage chemical usage and inventory of cleaning supplies

Hygiene Management & Compliance

• Implement and monitor HACCP guidelines and ensure full compliance with local health regulations
• Conduct regular hygiene audits across kitchen storage and back‑of‑house areas
• Train all culinary and stewarding staff on hygiene standards and food safety procedures
• Lead external inspections and coordinate corrective actions as needed
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of sanitation logs temperature checks and pest control activities
• Implement and enforce safety protocols in the stewarding side Fire & Chemical related.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management Environmental Health Food Science or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 35 years of relevant experience in stewarding and hygiene with at least 12 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• In‑depth knowledge of HACCP principles kitchen sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with local and international regulations.
• Certified in:
  • PIC Level 3 (Person in Charge Dubai Municipality requirement)
  • HACCP Certification (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
  • ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems
  • Level 4 Food Safety & Hygiene (Advanced) preferred for managerial positions
  • NEBOSH or OSHA (for health & safety awareness optional but advantageous)
  • can do in‑house BFS training and certify team members
• Experience in conducting hygiene audits risk assessments and training team members on food safety protocols.
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills with a proactive and detail‑oriented mindset.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time